SCT Practical Assignment

Rule of thirds - This technique is used as a guideline in the viewfinder to help create structure within a shot by giving us a 3 by 3 grid.

180 degree rule - This is used to help the viewer understand where the scene is and not get confused.
It is referred to as the 180 degree rule because the 2 characters acting can only stay on a line which is 180 degrees and also the camera can only film on one side of the line due to continuity there fire it can only film in the shape of semi circle.

Building a sequence of shots - (Master shot) This is the recording of an entire dramatised scene, it is often used as a back up if filming has to be cut early. It is generally a long but can sometimes be done as an establishing shot.
(Coverage) Coverage is different individual shots and the amount of footage shot and with cameras angles used to create a scene.

Blocking
This is used to block the action.

Framing Lead room (often referred to as nose room) is the space in front of something to show whether it is moving or stationary. Head room is the distance between the top of someones head and the top of the frame, it changes varying on how much of the subjects head fills the frame.

Continuity: Match on action
Match on action is the editors cut from two different scenes to match the other. For example, a man walking up to a door and reaching for the handle.

Continuity: Shot reverse shot This is the transition between shots to show that the characters are looking at each other.

Coverage: Movement - This is the amount of footage shot, more coverage gives the editor more to work with.

Coverage: Shot types 

Coverage: Establishing Shot
These are often wider exterior shots. You can use a single shot to establish or portray a quick sequence of different shots that gives the viewer a clear view of the atmosphere and location.